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Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself Books for Kids | Wonderlit
3,128 books about standing up for yourself
0–3 yrs
214 books
4–7 yrs
1045 books
8–11 yrs
1095 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
The Evidence that Wasn't There
C. S. Adler
Kim races against time to expose a mysterious con artist before her favorite teacher gets hurt and her own life is put i
Ages 10–14
The Clever Stick
John Lechner
A quiet stick with a big heart and a brilliant mind searches for a way to let the rest of the world know what he is thin
Ages 4–8
Frankenlouse
Mary James
A young aspiring comic strip artist struggles to draw his own path while facing the heavy weight of his father's rigid e
Ages 9–12
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12–18 yrs
726 books
Miata Ramirez #2
Off and Running
Gary Soto
Miata and Ana face off against the class clowns in a high-stakes school election where popularity and serious plans coll
Ages 8–12
Bea Rocks the Flock
Victoria Jamieson
Bea is tired of being just another member of the flock, so she heads to the big city to find a place that appreciates he
Ages 3–7
Blubber
Judy Blume
A fifth-grade girl faces the harsh reality of school social dynamics as she and her classmates target an overweight peer
Ages 8–12
Game Plan
Thomas J. Dygard
Beano Hatton is just the skinny student manager until a medical emergency forces him to coach the high school football t
Ages 10–14
Pearl
Princess Pearl
Nicki Weiss
Rosemary often picks on her little sister, but she quickly realizes she is Pearl’s biggest protector when someone else s
Ages 4–8
Heartside Bay #4
More Than a Love Song
Cathy Cole
Rhi lands a dream record deal and catches her ex-boyfriend's eye, but she soon realizes that getting everything she want
Ages 11–14
My Name is Brain Brian
Jeanne Betancourt
Brian faces the challenges of sixth grade and shifting friendships after a dyslexia diagnosis changes how he sees himsel
Ages 8–12
Jake Drake #4
Teacher's Pet
Andrew Clements
Jake vividly recalls the social challenges of third grade when he was branded with a label no kid wants: the teacher's p
Ages 7–10
Isadora Dances
Rachel Isadora
In an era of strict tradition, one woman dares to move differently, introducing a bold and unique style of dance that ev
Ages 5–8
The Friendship War
Andrew Clements
A box of old buttons sparks a massive fad at school, leaving Grace to figure out how to handle a craze that is pulling h
Ages 8–12
My Secret Bully
Trudy Ludwig
For the child who feels hurt by a friend's hot-and-cold behavior, this gentle story helps identify emotional bullying an
Ages 5–10
I Choose #2
I Choose to Speak Up
Elizabeth Estrada
Using your words to stand up for what is right takes courage. Find out how to gain the confidence to speak out against u
Ages 4–8
My Dragon Books #1
Dragon and The Bully
Steve Herman
For the child navigating the playground and learning how to handle unkind behavior with confidence and grace.
Ages 3–8
Voices of a New Generation
The Light Looks Like Me
Shout Mouse Press Young Writers
For parents seeking to discuss body safety and boundaries. This story helps children understand the importance of their
Ages 5–9
Nobody's Family Is Going to Change
Louise Fitzhugh
Siblings Emma and Willie refuse to let their parents' disapproval stop them from following their passions in this classi
Ages 9–12
Llama Out Loud #1
Llama Out Loud!
Annabelle Sami
For the child who struggles to find their voice or feels invisible in a loud world, this hilarious tale shows the power
Ages 7–10
Social-Emotional Learning #3
Body Safety Book for Kids
Adrian Laurent
Empowers children with the vocabulary and confidence to understand personal boundaries, private parts, and the right to
Ages 3–9
Hello Genius
Master Life's Little Milestones!
Michael Dahl
Precocious five-year-old Matilda uses her love of books and secret telekinetic powers to stand up to her family and a cr
Ages 7–12
The No More Bullying Book for Kids
Vanessa Green Allen
A practical and compassionate guide for children navigating the social challenges of bullying, offering tools to build c
Ages 7–12
Spinning Silver
Naomi Novik
Miryem has a gift for turning silver into gold, but her boastful reputation attracts the attention of cold, dangerous sp
Ages 13–18
Kids Speak Out About Bullying
Chris Schwab
For the child navigating tricky social waters, this guide uses real kids' stories to help them recognize bullying and fi
Ages 8–12
